Plant Engineer

Hidden Valley, Morobe, Papua New Guinea

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reference
Job reference 1270778
location
Location Hidden Valley, Morobe, Papua New Guinea
sector
Sector Process
function
Function Engineering & Design
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published March 19, 2026

Job Type: Contract

Work period: Full-Time

Location: Papua New Guinea

Target: PNG Nationals ONLY!

Elevate Your Career in Plant Engineer with Airswift

Join our client as a Plant Engineer at a leading mining operation in Papua New Guinea! This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your engineering expertise and project management skills to drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Role Overview

  • Project Management: Apply project management principles to oversee all CAPEX/OPEX funded projects, ensuring integration, scope, risk, cost, schedule, resource, procurement, stakeholder, and quality management from Gate 0 to Commissioning.
  • Engineering Design/Assessments: Utilize engineering principles to address performance issues related to the crusher, overland conveyor, and mill, focusing on production improvement and maintenance.
  • Safety Compliance: Maintain a strong focus on safety, health, and environmental compliance by adhering to company policies.
  • Team Leadership: Contribute to a collaborative team environment and provide leadership in the absence of the Project Superintendent.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Engineering Management: Proficient in managing engineering projects and teams.
  • Mechanical Design: Strong skills in mechanical design and assessments.
  • Mechanical Engineering: In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and integrity.
  • Troubleshooting: Expertise in mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • AutoCAD Proficiency: Skilled in using AutoCAD for design purposes.
  • SMP Knowledge: Familiarity with Structural, Mechanical, and Piping (SMP) systems.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Structural or Mechanical Preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the Mining or resource industry.
  • Experience with process improvement projects in the mining/oil and gas industry is desirable.
  • Current PNG Class 6 Driving Licence.

Pay & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Unlock your potential with Airswift. Apply now!

About Airswift

Airswift is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in the engineering and technology sectors. With operations spanning over 70 countries, we boast a talent pool of over 9,000 contractors and 1,000 employees. Our unparalleled reach and expertise are unmatched in the industry. Learn more about Airswift at https://www.airswift.com/blog.

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